hey Sarah! try this website : http://www.facebook.com/groups/269036903119186/ it is made for all the dog lovers, so im sure you can find someone who can help keeping you up with your New Year's resolution :) I would be happy to help as well :) (i live close to the Amstel and have 2 lovely and v.friendly shepherds) hope to see you there soon, or feel free to send me private msg on sz.julia@gmail.com